[…]Dual has two tuners, so you can play or record two channels at the same time. There is also the Tablo Quad which can stream or record four shows at the same time. Network-Connected vs. TV-Connected Tablos Tablo comes in two major flavors: Network-Connected and TV-Connected. Many people (including me, initially), thought that the TV-Connected Tablo was just a regular Tablo with an HDMI output slapped on. But actually, there are some other important differences and limitations of the HDMI model that are immediately apparent! The original Tablo (not called Network-Connected) lets you watch recordings on streaming boxes Roku, Amazon […]
[…]my iPhone. Note, there are now two Tablo apps in the Apple App Store: “Legacy Tablo” and “Tablo”. Tablo Gen 4 uses the regular “Tablo” app. After I downloaded the app, I tried to log in using my old Tablo account information, but it didn’t recognize my credentials. I created a new account using the same email address and it didn’t balk, meaning that the old and new Tablo accounts are completely separate and independent. Even if you have an old Tablo account, you’ll have to create a new one. I chose to have the app guide me through the […]
[…]can be great if you want to catch a local sporting event while you’re traveling, for example. Tablo used to have this feature, but unfortunately, with the latest Gen 4 Tablo, you can’t watch your recordings or live TV through your device when away from home. 8. Time Shifting OK, this is probably the use case for a DVR that you were thinking about. There’s a sporting event or movie on TV but you won’t be at home at that time. Of course, all modern DVRs can take care of this with no problem, including the dirt-cheap generic DVRs. 9. […]
[…]respect to recording shows. Just remember that you need to have the Roku Express+ 2018 to use a Tablo with your old tube TV. The other advantage of a Tablo is that you can still use it when you get a new TV. Most new TVs have tuners, so you probably won’t need your tuner box if you get a new TV. More Options If you are interested in more alternatives if you have a tube TV, check out this […]
[…]TV on the Tablo. In case you’re wondering why I use separate antennas for my TV and for my Tablo. Well, the Tablo is great for recording but not so great for channel surfing. It takes a long time to switch between channels using the Tablo. I like the ability to turn my TV on and instantly surf around. I could have used my downstairs antenna for both my TV and my Tablo, but I had the extra antenna, and I had this set up for an experiment, so I just left it. You don’t need to use two antennas […]
[…]project. More About the Tablo DVR If you choose to sell your Recast, I’d recommend getting a Tablo to replace it. I’ve been using Tablo DVRs for years and they’ve worked well for me. They’re easy to use, and you can attach external storage, which makes your storage capacity pretty darn huge. Read my full review of Tablo: Conclusion What are you going to do with YOUR Amazon Fire TV Recast? Let me know in the comments. – […]
[…]a Roku box or stick for each TV, which you probably want to do anyway. Check out my full review of Tablo Generation 4: The bonus is that Tablo is a DVR that offers recording to a hard disk drive or internal flash memory. There are other DVRs with different features that might be best for you. Check out my full review of the most popular DVRs. Method #3: One Antenna Using Your Home’s Unused Cable or Satellite TV Wiring This is the most elegant solution. If you’ve ever had cable or satellite TV, your home has the wiring it needs […]
[…]using an indoor antenna. Here are some I recommend: If you use a broadcast TV DVR like the Tablo to record live TV, it really turns live TV into more of a streaming TV experience, allowing you to watch shows on your phone as well as your TV (using a Roku). 3. Watch, then cancel! Recurring bills are really insidious. $9.95 per month might not sound like much, but after ten years that is almost $1200! I do everything I can to eliminate recurring subscription charges. One of the great benefits of modern streaming services is that they are easy […]
[…]you want broadcast TV DVR capabilities and are willing to spend more money, then you can go with a Tablo. It has the tuner built-in, so no need for a separate tuner box. What If You Don’t Need a Tuner? Some commenters have said that they don’t need a tuner in their TV because they use all HDMI sources. If that’s the case for you, these “displays” are fine. My beef is that the manufacturers are making it so hard to tell the difference between TVs with and without tuners that many less-tech-savvy consumers don’t understand what they are missing! To […]
[…]window helps you figure out where you’re jumping to. Channel Surfing One of the gripes of the Tablo recorders is that it takes 5-7 seconds to change channels, which makes channel surfing a chore. On the Recast, it took me between 4 and 5 seconds to change channels, which might seem like a small difference, but it was noticeable. Recording Recording on the Recast was a breeze. I simply selected a show in the guide to record and the Recast displayed options for recording just that show or all episodes. With the Alexa integration, I was also able to just […]
